Path of Exile 2 Build Planner: How to Use It
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Path of Exile 2 Build Planner: How to Use It

Alexandre Alexandre Jollier
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In brief

The Path of Exile 2 Build Planner is a built-in tool that lets you import and track community-created builds in just a few clicks. By downloading a BUILD file and importing it into the appropriate folder, you gain access to a comprehensive visual guide featuring the skill point order, required gear, and recommended support skills.

The Build Planner in Path of Exile 2 is an original feature that makes it easier for you to build and optimize your characters. This article will explain how to use it properly in a few steps.

What is the Build Planner?

This built-in tool lets you copy and import a build that other users have created and shared. This considerably simplifies creating a build, since all you have to do is use the shared code.

How does it work?

When you find a build you like, you must first download the code. It's often a BUILD-type file (if you got it from the forum or community website, it's already in this form). Once the file is downloaded, it needs to be imported into the Build Planner.

Go to the folder where you saved it and move it to the Build Planner folder, which is located in the Path of Exile 2 directory in the My Games folder in your documents. Open Path of Exile 2 and go to the Passive Skill Tree page by pressing the P key.

Navigating the Passive Skill Tree

Now you can see the Passive Skill Tree, and the Build Planner will show you the blue line that presents the order in which to invest skill points. In addition to the Skill Tree, the Build Planner will indicate the required support skill and the specific gear needed for your build. 

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Frequently asked questions

Where can I find builds to import for Path of Exile 2?
Shared builds can be found on the official Path of Exile 2 forum and on community websites. They are usually available as BUILD files ready to be downloaded and imported.
What is the exact path for importing a build into the Planner?
Download the BUILD file, then move it into the Build Planner folder located at: My Documents > My Games > Path of Exile 2 > Build Planner.
How do I access the Build Planner once it's imported?
Open Path of Exile 2, press the P key to access the Passive Skill Tree, and the Build Planner will appear with your build loaded.
Does the Planner also show me the required gear?
Yes, in addition to the Skill Tree, the Planner displays the specific gear you'll need and the required support skills for your build.

Key takeaways

  • The Build Planner makes it easy to import builds shared by the community without having to create everything from scratch
  • BUILD files must be downloaded and then placed in the dedicated folder within the Path of Exile 2 directory
  • The tool visually displays the order in which to invest skill points via a blue line on the Skill Tree
  • The Planner also shows the specific gear and essential support skills needed for your build

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